Legendary wide receiver Keenan Allen "returns home"
On Tuesday, the Los Angeles Chargers officially announced that Keenan Allen has signed a one-year, $8.25 million contract. The former wide receiver, known for his blue nfl jersey, returns to the team where he played for 11 seasons.
According to statistics from the past 11 years, Allen has completed 904 receptions, his 10,530 receiving yards rank second in Chargers history, and his 59 receiving touchdowns rank third in team history, making him the all-time leading wide receiver. Last season, he was traded to the Bears after refusing a pay cut. However, his performance fell short of expectations, leading him to become a free agent in the offseason.
Allen's return to the Los Angeles Chargers jerseys is the result of the unexpected retirement of his former teammate, Michael K. Williams. As the Chargers aim for a playoff spot this season, he will join a receiving corps led by current No. 1 wide receiver Ladd McConkey and is expected to earn a starting spot, providing some support to the young receiving corps with his extensive experience.